The Fourth Wall Presents Show Up From NYC
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2018
BOSTON, MA - Following the recent critically-acclaimed, sold-out run at the 2017 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Show Up, an improvised solo comedy based on the lives of the audience, makes its Boston debut as part of the local performance series 'The Fourth Wall Presents...' This production will feature a unique collaboration with the musicians of The Fourth Wall, who will serve as Marino's opening act and house band.
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2018
BOSTON, MA - Following the recent critically-acclaimed, sold-out run at the 2017 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Show Up, an improvised solo comedy based on the lives of the audience, makes its Boston debut as part of the local performance series 'The Fourth Wall Presents...' This production will feature a unique collaboration with the musicians of The Fourth Wall, who will serve as Marino's opening act and house band.
Boston Children's Theatre Brings A Classic With Rhyme And Reason To Life
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2018
Boston Children's Theatre is no stranger to bringing favorite children's books to life on stage. In the past few years, Boston Children's Theatre has produced live adaptations of Curious George and the Golden Meatball, Miss Nelson Is Missing, Fancy Nancy, The Velveteen Rabbit, and most recently the New England Premiere of Goosebumps the Musical. This tradition continues with BCT's next production Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat.
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2018
Boston Children's Theatre is no stranger to bringing favorite children's books to life on stage. In the past few years, Boston Children's Theatre has produced live adaptations of Curious George and the Golden Meatball, Miss Nelson Is Missing, Fancy Nancy, The Velveteen Rabbit, and most recently the New England Premiere of Goosebumps the Musical. This tradition continues with BCT's next production Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat.
BWW Review: A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN: Feel Like Singin' the Blues
by Nancy Grossman - January 20, 2018
On the occasion of what would have been her 75th birthday, A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN opened a two-night engagement at the Boch Center Shubert Theatre, sharing with Boston the spirit of Janis and the blues vocalists who inspired her. Newton native Kelly McIntyre evokes Joplin with her body language, a rapid verbal patter, and a powerhouse voice that can go from zero to sixty. The show is at its best when focusing on the musical numbers, a generous offering from the singer's canon of hits.
by Nancy Grossman - January 20, 2018
On the occasion of what would have been her 75th birthday, A NIGHT WITH JANIS JOPLIN opened a two-night engagement at the Boch Center Shubert Theatre, sharing with Boston the spirit of Janis and the blues vocalists who inspired her. Newton native Kelly McIntyre evokes Joplin with her body language, a rapid verbal patter, and a powerhouse voice that can go from zero to sixty. The show is at its best when focusing on the musical numbers, a generous offering from the singer's canon of hits.
Give the Perfect Holiday Gift! BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Tickets On Sale Now
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2018
Tickets are now on sale for BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Performances are April 20, 21 and 22, 2018.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2018
Tickets are now on sale for BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Performances are April 20, 21 and 22, 2018.
Halalisa Singers to Present DRAW THE CIRCLE WIDE: SONGS OF JUSTICE AND INCLUSION in Lexington & Reading
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2018
The Halalisa Singers presents Draw the Circle Wide: Songs of Justice and Inclusion today, January 20, 8 pm at Follen Community Church, 755 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, and on Sunday, January 21, 3 pm, United Universalist Church of Reading, 239 Woburn Street, Reading.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2018
The Halalisa Singers presents Draw the Circle Wide: Songs of Justice and Inclusion today, January 20, 8 pm at Follen Community Church, 755 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, and on Sunday, January 21, 3 pm, United Universalist Church of Reading, 239 Woburn Street, Reading.
VIDEO: BRODSKY/BARYSHNIKOV Blossoms at The Cherry Orchard Festival
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2018
The Cherry Orchard Festival is hosting BRODSKY/BARYSHNIKOV, created and directed by Alvis Hermanis. Actor Mikhail Baryshnikov performs the one-man show, based on the poems of Joseph Brodsky. This production is performed in Russian with English subtitles, provided by Jamey Gambrell. BRODSKY/BARYSHNIKOV runs at the Cherry Orchard Festival from January 17th - 21st.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2018
The Cherry Orchard Festival is hosting BRODSKY/BARYSHNIKOV, created and directed by Alvis Hermanis. Actor Mikhail Baryshnikov performs the one-man show, based on the poems of Joseph Brodsky. This production is performed in Russian with English subtitles, provided by Jamey Gambrell. BRODSKY/BARYSHNIKOV runs at the Cherry Orchard Festival from January 17th - 21st.
BWW Review: SHE LOVES ME at Tyngsborough High School
by Emily Holzman - January 19, 2018
In the latest instalment of an annual Tyngsborough tradition, the town's high school theatre program puts on SHE LOVES ME as this year's dinner theatre production, which you do not want to miss. Resolve to see this show with a dear friend before the days go by!
by Emily Holzman - January 19, 2018
In the latest instalment of an annual Tyngsborough tradition, the town's high school theatre program puts on SHE LOVES ME as this year's dinner theatre production, which you do not want to miss. Resolve to see this show with a dear friend before the days go by!
Riveting & Timely New Play SKELETON CREW at Huntington Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2018
The Huntington Theatre Company presents the powerful drama Skeleton Crew, by Dominique Morriseau (Detroit '67 and Paradise Blue) and directed by Megan Sandberg-Zakian (Nat Turner in Jerusalem at New York Theatre Workshop and The Convert at Underground Railway Theater). Skeleton Crew runs from March 2 through March 31, 2018 at the South End / Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2018
The Huntington Theatre Company presents the powerful drama Skeleton Crew, by Dominique Morriseau (Detroit '67 and Paradise Blue) and directed by Megan Sandberg-Zakian (Nat Turner in Jerusalem at New York Theatre Workshop and The Convert at Underground Railway Theater). Skeleton Crew runs from March 2 through March 31, 2018 at the South End / Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA.
The Huntington presents The August Wilson Monologue Competition Boston Regional Finals 1/29
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2018
Huntington Theatre Company's Department of Education presents the 8th annual Boston regional finals of the August Wilson Monologue Competition, celebrating the writing of the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning playwright. Kenny Leon's True Colors Theatre Company (Atlanta, GA) inaugurated the competition in 2009, and this year marks the 8th year that the Huntington's education department has hosted the competition in Boston.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2018
Huntington Theatre Company's Department of Education presents the 8th annual Boston regional finals of the August Wilson Monologue Competition, celebrating the writing of the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning playwright. Kenny Leon's True Colors Theatre Company (Atlanta, GA) inaugurated the competition in 2009, and this year marks the 8th year that the Huntington's education department has hosted the competition in Boston.
STATEMENTS AFTER AN ARREST UNDER THE IMMORALITY ACT Comes to New Repertory Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2018
New Repertory Theatre and Boston Center for American Performance present Statements After an Arrest Under the Immorality Act, performed January 27-March 3, 2018 in the BlackBox Theater at the Mosesian Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal Street, Watertown. Tickets may be purchased by calling the New Rep Box Office at 617-923-8487 or visiting newrep.org. Statements After an Arrest Under the Immorality Act will be performed in repertory with Lonely Planet by Steven Dietz as part of New Rep's Statements of Survival Series.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2018
New Repertory Theatre and Boston Center for American Performance present Statements After an Arrest Under the Immorality Act, performed January 27-March 3, 2018 in the BlackBox Theater at the Mosesian Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal Street, Watertown. Tickets may be purchased by calling the New Rep Box Office at 617-923-8487 or visiting newrep.org. Statements After an Arrest Under the Immorality Act will be performed in repertory with Lonely Planet by Steven Dietz as part of New Rep's Statements of Survival Series.
East Boston Playhouse Announces Upcoming Production of ALMOST, MAINE
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2018
The East Boston Playhouse is proud to announce their upcoming production of Almost, Maine by John Cariani. This marks the sixth production for the young organization, which was found in 2015 by East Boston residents Candice Trimble, Javiera Lagunas lvarez and Janet Castro with a mission to create a culture of theatre in the neighborhood and celebrate its diversity. With an ensemble cast of 15, Almost, Maine also boasts the group's largest involvement yet.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2018
The East Boston Playhouse is proud to announce their upcoming production of Almost, Maine by John Cariani. This marks the sixth production for the young organization, which was found in 2015 by East Boston residents Candice Trimble, Javiera Lagunas lvarez and Janet Castro with a mission to create a culture of theatre in the neighborhood and celebrate its diversity. With an ensemble cast of 15, Almost, Maine also boasts the group's largest involvement yet.
American Repertory Ballet's Princeton Ballet School To Hold 2018 Summer Intensive Auditions
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2018
Princeton Ballet School, the official school of American Repertory Ballet, brings its 2018 Summer Intensive U.S. audition tour to Boston Ballet Newton Studios (153 Needham Street, Newton Highlands) on Sunday, January 21, 2018 (Registration: 9:00 a.m., Audition: 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.) Leading the audition will be Pamela Levy, Director, Princeton Ballet School.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2018
Princeton Ballet School, the official school of American Repertory Ballet, brings its 2018 Summer Intensive U.S. audition tour to Boston Ballet Newton Studios (153 Needham Street, Newton Highlands) on Sunday, January 21, 2018 (Registration: 9:00 a.m., Audition: 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.) Leading the audition will be Pamela Levy, Director, Princeton Ballet School.
2018 BREAKING GROUND Festival To Run 2/9-11
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2018
The Huntington Theatre Company's 2018 Breaking Ground festival of new plays will be held February 9 11, 2018 at the Huntington's home for new work, the Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA. The festival is a vital part of the Huntington's new play development efforts and highlights the work of locally-based Huntington Playwriting Fellows and national writers in partnership with the Huntington. Over the last decade, Breaking Ground plays have gone on to appear at the Huntington as well as theatres in Boston, across the country, and internationally.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2018
The Huntington Theatre Company's 2018 Breaking Ground festival of new plays will be held February 9 11, 2018 at the Huntington's home for new work, the Calderwood Pavilion at the BCA. The festival is a vital part of the Huntington's new play development efforts and highlights the work of locally-based Huntington Playwriting Fellows and national writers in partnership with the Huntington. Over the last decade, Breaking Ground plays have gone on to appear at the Huntington as well as theatres in Boston, across the country, and internationally.
Boston Court's Winter Music Season Begins with THE OPERATIC AMERICAN PLAYWRIGHT, 1/27
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2018
Boston Court Performing Arts Center will bring a provocative and stimulating season of music events to Southern California for their 2018 Winter season. Artistic Director of Boston Court's music programming, Mark Saltzman has curated an eclectic blend of genre-crossing concerts featuring outstanding local musicians and brilliant musical ensembles from around the globe.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2018
Boston Court Performing Arts Center will bring a provocative and stimulating season of music events to Southern California for their 2018 Winter season. Artistic Director of Boston Court's music programming, Mark Saltzman has curated an eclectic blend of genre-crossing concerts featuring outstanding local musicians and brilliant musical ensembles from around the globe.
THE YOUNG COMPANY WINTER FESTIVAL Takes the Stage at Greater Boston Stage Company
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2018
The Winter Festival, performed by actors in grades 1-12, is the culmination of 8 weeks of rehearsals by the students and their professional directors, music directors, choreographers, stage managers, and design team. The Young Company Winter Festival includes 4 fully-staged productions: family-friendly musical Phantom Tollbooth Jr. follows Milo on an unforgettable mission to save Rhyme and Reason in the Kingdom of Wisdom. In the fantastical Seussical, all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters come to life, and in the Disney Classic, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Quasimodo escapes his bell tower and experiences freedom and adventure. Lastly, in the dark comedy Bat Boy: The Musical, Edgar, a half boy/half bat creature, joins a local family and learns to embrace his human half.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2018
The Winter Festival, performed by actors in grades 1-12, is the culmination of 8 weeks of rehearsals by the students and their professional directors, music directors, choreographers, stage managers, and design team. The Young Company Winter Festival includes 4 fully-staged productions: family-friendly musical Phantom Tollbooth Jr. follows Milo on an unforgettable mission to save Rhyme and Reason in the Kingdom of Wisdom. In the fantastical Seussical, all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters come to life, and in the Disney Classic, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Quasimodo escapes his bell tower and experiences freedom and adventure. Lastly, in the dark comedy Bat Boy: The Musical, Edgar, a half boy/half bat creature, joins a local family and learns to embrace his human half.
ArtsEmerson Presents World Premiere of ART's THE WHITE CARD
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2018
ArtsEmerson, Boston's leading presenter of contemporary world theatre, proudly presents the world premiere of American Repertory Theater's (A.R.T.)production of The White Card, written by acclaimed author, poet, and MacArthur Fellow Claudia Rankine. Directed by A.R.T. Artistic Director Diane Paulus, The White Cardperforms February 24 through April 1, 2018 at the Emerson Paramount Center's Robert J. Orchard Stage, located at 559 Washington Street in downtown Boston.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2018
ArtsEmerson, Boston's leading presenter of contemporary world theatre, proudly presents the world premiere of American Repertory Theater's (A.R.T.)production of The White Card, written by acclaimed author, poet, and MacArthur Fellow Claudia Rankine. Directed by A.R.T. Artistic Director Diane Paulus, The White Cardperforms February 24 through April 1, 2018 at the Emerson Paramount Center's Robert J. Orchard Stage, located at 559 Washington Street in downtown Boston.
BRODSKY/BARYSHNIKOV Coming to Boston This Winter
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2018
Cherry Orchard Festival, a leading presenter of international artists, theater companies and orchestras, will present the Boston premiere of the critically-acclaimed play BRODSKY / BARYSHNIKOV January 17-21, 2018 at the Cutler Majestic Theatre (219 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116).
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2018
Cherry Orchard Festival, a leading presenter of international artists, theater companies and orchestras, will present the Boston premiere of the critically-acclaimed play BRODSKY / BARYSHNIKOV January 17-21, 2018 at the Cutler Majestic Theatre (219 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116).
BWW Review: SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE Sizzles at SpeakEasy Stage Company
by Nancy Grossman - January 16, 2018
SpeakEasy Stage Company's New England premiere production of SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE is a meaty, fast-paced comic romp with lots of sizzle to go with that steak. Jennifer Ellis and new leading man in town, George Olesky, are a match made in heaven, surrounded by a talented ensemble that includes Nancy E. Carroll, Remo Airaldi, Eddie Shields, and Lewis D. Wheeler. Director Scott Edmiston wrangles a cast of 18 into a cohesive bundle of joy
by Nancy Grossman - January 16, 2018
SpeakEasy Stage Company's New England premiere production of SHAKESPEARE IN LOVE is a meaty, fast-paced comic romp with lots of sizzle to go with that steak. Jennifer Ellis and new leading man in town, George Olesky, are a match made in heaven, surrounded by a talented ensemble that includes Nancy E. Carroll, Remo Airaldi, Eddie Shields, and Lewis D. Wheeler. Director Scott Edmiston wrangles a cast of 18 into a cohesive bundle of joy
FPAC Presents NOISES OFF at the Black Box
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2018
Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) presents the hysterical farce, Noises Off, at THE BLACK BOX, FPAC's home and performance venue located at 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin. Directed by Nick Paone, the comedy hit runs this weekend only, with performances on Friday, January 19 and Saturday, January 20 at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, January 21 at 2 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2018
Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) presents the hysterical farce, Noises Off, at THE BLACK BOX, FPAC's home and performance venue located at 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin. Directed by Nick Paone, the comedy hit runs this weekend only, with performances on Friday, January 19 and Saturday, January 20 at 7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, January 21 at 2 p.m.
THREE SISTERS Extensions Adds 7:30 Sunday Performance
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2018
Due to high demand, Apollinaire Theatre Company has added a second Sunday performance to the extension of Three Sisters; Wednesday January 17 and Thursday January 18 at 7:30, Friday January 19 and Saturday January 20 at 8:00, and Sunday January 21st at 3:00 and 7:30.
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2018
Due to high demand, Apollinaire Theatre Company has added a second Sunday performance to the extension of Three Sisters; Wednesday January 17 and Thursday January 18 at 7:30, Friday January 19 and Saturday January 20 at 8:00, and Sunday January 21st at 3:00 and 7:30.
Berkshire Opera Festival Announces Third Season, ft. Verdi's Rigoletto
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2018
Berkshire Opera Festival (BOF) is proud to present Giuseppe Verdi's masterpiece, Rigoletto for its third season, with performances August 25, 28, and 31 at the historic Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield.
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2018
Berkshire Opera Festival (BOF) is proud to present Giuseppe Verdi's masterpiece, Rigoletto for its third season, with performances August 25, 28, and 31 at the historic Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield.
Chase Rice to Play Innsbrook After Hours
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2018
Innsbrook After Hours announced that Chase Rice will return to the SERVPRO of Richmond Pavilion in Richmond on Saturday, May 12, 2018. Tickets go on-sale this Friday, January 19th at 10 AM at www.innsbrookafterhours.com. $16 Early Bird General Admission tickets are available for one week only.
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2018
Innsbrook After Hours announced that Chase Rice will return to the SERVPRO of Richmond Pavilion in Richmond on Saturday, May 12, 2018. Tickets go on-sale this Friday, January 19th at 10 AM at www.innsbrookafterhours.com. $16 Early Bird General Admission tickets are available for one week only.
Classic Country Comes To Reagle Music Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2018
Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston will celebrate classic American country when The Country Jamboree takes the stage for one concert only on Sunday, February 25th at 2:00 pm (617 Lexington St, Waltham, MA, 02452). The Country Jamboree brings back the glory days of country music with the songs of Johnny Cash, Hank Williams, Loretta Lynne, Willie Nelson and more. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.reaglemusictheatre.com, call 781-891-5600, or visit the theater box office at 617 Lexington St, Waltham, MA, 02452.
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2018
Reagle Music Theatre of Greater Boston will celebrate classic American country when The Country Jamboree takes the stage for one concert only on Sunday, February 25th at 2:00 pm (617 Lexington St, Waltham, MA, 02452). The Country Jamboree brings back the glory days of country music with the songs of Johnny Cash, Hank Williams, Loretta Lynne, Willie Nelson and more. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.reaglemusictheatre.com, call 781-891-5600, or visit the theater box office at 617 Lexington St, Waltham, MA, 02452.
Cape Cod Theatre Company Presents REALLY ROSIE
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2018
From the brilliant minds of acclaimed author Maurice Sendak (Where the Wild Things Are) and Grammy Award-winning composer Carole King, Rosie is the sassiest kid on her block (Brooklyn's Avenue P). Director Tamara Harper celebrates imagination as Rosie enlists her friends to help her act out a show business fantasy - directing and starring in an Oscar-winning movie.
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2018
From the brilliant minds of acclaimed author Maurice Sendak (Where the Wild Things Are) and Grammy Award-winning composer Carole King, Rosie is the sassiest kid on her block (Brooklyn's Avenue P). Director Tamara Harper celebrates imagination as Rosie enlists her friends to help her act out a show business fantasy - directing and starring in an Oscar-winning movie.
Tickets On Sale for South Asian Showdown at John Hancock Hall
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2018
Bollywood vs Fusion teams...which is the best? Come find out at the South Asian Showdown! The best teams from all over North America will be competing for the South Asian Showdown crown!
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2018
Bollywood vs Fusion teams...which is the best? Come find out at the South Asian Showdown! The best teams from all over North America will be competing for the South Asian Showdown crown!
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